Yamaha Yzf1000r Thunderace vs Yamaha Fzr1000
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Yzf1000r Thunderace vs Yamaha Fzr1000. Yamaha Yzf1000r Thunderace: 145 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 209 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 270 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Yamaha Fzr1000: 140 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 209 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 270 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Yzf1000r Thunderace
Yamaha Fzr1000
Horsepower (hp)
145 hp
140 hp
Torque (Nm)
106 Nm
106 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
270 km/h
270 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
209 kg
209 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
145 hp @ 10,000 rpm
140 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
106 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
106 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Top Speed
270 km/h
270 km/h
Weight
209 kg (wet/curb weight)
209 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L) — estimated real-world average
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Yzf1000r Thunderace
7.5/10
"A criminally underrated sportsbike that rewards careful buyers handsomely."
Pros
+Torquey, usable power delivery
+Surprisingly comfortable ergonomics
+Strong parts availability still
Cons
−Carb diaphragms increasingly scarce
−Heavy for its era
−Frame inspection absolutely essential
Yamaha Fzr1000
8.0/10
"A rewarding, demanding classic that absolutely earns its legendary reputation."
Pros
+Glorious high-revving engine
+Razor-sharp chassis handling
+Iconic 90s superbike pedigree
Cons
−Parts increasingly hard-to-find
−Aggressive ergonomics punish daily riding
−Carbs demand constant maintenance attention
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